SFE- PROCUREMENT ADMINISTRATOR

SFE- PROCUREMENT ADMINISTRATOR

Salary

$82,676.00 - $101,274.00 Annually

Location

Coppell, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

SFEPA 071026

Department

FINANCE ADMINISTRATION

Opening Date

07/10/2026

Closing Date

7/26/2026 5:00 PM Central

FLSA

Exempt

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The Opportunity

Be the Trusted Advisor Behind Smarter Purchasing and a Stronger Community.

The City of Coppell is seeking a strategic and relationship-driven procurement professional to serve as a trusted advisor to departments across the organization. In this role, youll influence purchasing decisions that directly support our community by leading competitive procurements, developing innovative sourcing strategies, strengthening vendor partnerships, and delivering best-value solutions. Youll have the opportunity to solve complex challenges, improve processes, and help shape the future of procurement while making a meaningful impact through public service. If youre passionate about collaboration, continuous improvement, and creating value through strategic procurement, we invite you to join our team.

Opportunity Description

To view the full scope of this opportunity, including essential job functions, CLICK HERE.

Schedule Commitment

Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position. The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional work beyond normal business hours may be required to support procurement activities, meetings, or project deadlines.

Pay Plan

This opportunity is exempt and on Pay Grade #20. The full Pay Grade Range is shown for growth and development opportunities within the grade. Salary determination is supported by budget availability and qualifications of the candidate to maintain internal equity.

Hiring Range: $82,676-$101,274

• Min $82,676 ($39.75)
• Mid $101,274 ($48.69)
• Max $119,872 ($57.63)

Candidate Engagement Plan

This is our anticipated time line and is subject to change.

• July 10-26: Accepting Applications and Weekly Application Material Review
• July 27-31: Final Application Material Review and Technical Phone Screenings
• August 3-7: Candidates invited to the next step will complete a DISC Assessment and join us for a Panel Interview
• August 17-21: Interview Experience

For application support, or to check the status of your application, contact the Employee Experience Team by calling 972-304-3699.

Eligibility

Experience

Required

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education, professional training, certifications, and progressively responsible procurement experience.
• Experience administering competitive procurement processes, contract administration, vendor management, or purchasing activities in a governmental, public sector, higher education, or similarly regulated environment.
• Experience interpreting and applying procurement policies, regulations, or contractual requirements.
• Experience developing solicitation documents, scopes of work, contracts, or procurement-related documentation.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications and enterprise procurement or financial management systems, such as Tyler Munis or similar ERP platforms.

Preferred

• Experience with Texas public procurement laws and municipal purchasing practices.
• Current procurement certification, such as Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD), Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM), Certified Procurement Professional (CPP), Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), or a comparable professional procurement certification.
• Candidates not currently certified must be able to obtain an agreed-upon procurement certification within 18 months of hire.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Knowledge

• Public procurement principles, competitive solicitation methods, contract administration, and purchasing best practices.
• Applicable federal, state, and local procurement laws, regulations, and policies, including the ability to learn and apply Texas procurement requirements.
• Financial management and procurement systems, such as Tyler Munis or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Market conditions, cooperative purchasing programs, and procurement methods that support best-value purchasing decisions.

Skills

• Developing solicitation documents, scopes of work, and procurement specifications.
• Managing multiple procurement projects, timelines, and competing priorities with strong attention to detail.
• Building collaborative relationships with internal departments, vendors, and external partners.
• Interpreting procurement policies and communicating requirements clearly to a variety of audiences.
• Using technology and business systems to support procurement activities, documentation, and reporting.

Abilities

• Analyze procurement needs and recommend appropriate purchasing strategies that balance operational needs, compliance, and value.
• Interpret and apply procurement laws, regulations, policies, and procedures to a variety of purchasing situations.
• Facilitate meetings, provide training, and deliver exceptional customer service while building trust with stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with team members, vendors, leadership, and the public.

This is Coppell

Who We Are

The City of Coppell is dedicated to serving the community, as well as employees of the City, and providing the highest level of service as constructively and efficiently as possible. For the Strategic Financial Engagement department, we pride ourselves on being a cohesive, effective, resilient team that values each other for their personal attributes and professional contributions. The importance of further developing our culture, empathy in the workplace, building leadership on all levels, and supporting one another to reach our goals, are cornerstones to the functions of the City. We believe that technology spurs innovation and are constantly in search of ways to do things better. All employees lead with a servant's heart, understanding that we are here to provide the best quality of life for our citizens that depend on our everyday actions and decisions. We strive to be humble, intentional, be teachable. If this sounds interesting to you, apply to join our team!

Who You Are

• Curious- Ability and desire to acquire knowledge to deepen one's understanding of the subject matter or situation
• Consistent - Produce quality results, correctly process information, and make sound decisions
• Innovative: Ability to successfully implement ideas that improve and add value to service delivery.
• Change Champion-Ability to facilitate others through change in order to achieve higher degree of productivity.
• Leader- Strong leadership and coaching skills, customer service skills
• Communicator- Oral and written communication skills that builds relationships by effectively communicating ideas in a manner that results in mutually supported decisions for the greater good.
• Service Oriented - Friendly and professional with a desire to address the needs of internal and external customers by proactively identifying and resolving issues.
• Inclusive- Ability to work with a diverse group of people with their own experience and expertise, and develop working relationships with all levels of employees and citizens
• Detail Oriented- Strong knowledge of best practices and internal controls related to accounts payable, and the ability to perform occasionally tedious, exacting work, and frequently change tasks and perform multiple tasks simultaneously under time pressures.
• Analytical - Possess analytical skills to evaluate Accounts Payable information.
• Adaptable - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work hours needed to meet deadlines.
• Tech Savvy- Ability to operate a personal computer, fax machine, copier, multi-line telephone, and other office equipment.
• Microsoft Proficient- Ability to use all Microsoft office products with a high level of competency. Specifically, intermediate to advanced knowledge and ability to work in Microsoft Excel
• Planner- Proactively plan and prioritize work, effectively communicate with a wide variety of individuals verbally, and in writing using the English language, in a cordial and professional manner.

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In accordance with the ADA, the City of Coppell is willing to consider any reasonable accommodation.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS SUMMARY FULL-TIME

The City of Coppell is self-funded and pays employee coverage for medical, dental (HMO plan), life insurance, AD&D, and short-term and long-term disability. The employee pays dependent coverage for medical, dental, life and AD&D insurance. Coverage is effective the first of the month concurrent with or following date of hire.

Medical Insurance

We offer a PPO United Healthcare Options network HRA annual rollover plan. For this plan year, the HRA funded by the City is $500 reimbursement for in-network deductibles and 20% co-insurance only. The fiscal year individual/family in-network deductible is $1,500/$3,000 with 80% coverage after deductible. Office co-pays are $40 for PCP/$50 for specialist. Basic outpatient lab work is covered 100% up to $1,000. Our plan summary and premium rate sheet is on our website.

Dental Insurance

Our dental insurance is through Guardian and offers the HMO and PPO plan. Both plans include two cleanings each year per person. The HMO out of pocket is based on set fees with no deductible or maximum. The PPO plan has 80% basic coverage and 50% major coverage after a $50/$150 individual/family deductible. Orthodontia is also available on both plans for adults and children.

Prescription Benefit

Our prescription benefit is through Kroger Pharmacy Plan. There is a $50 brand plan year deductible. Then following applies:

30 day supply 90 day supply (mail order or retail)

Tier 1 - $5 Tier 1 (generic) - $10

Tier 2 - $40 Tier 2 (name brand) - $80

Tier 3 - $70 Tier 3 (non formulary) - $140

Specialty Drug - $300

Vision

Our vision plan is with Superior Vision with $10 exam/$25 eyewear in-network co-pays. Annual exams and most lenses are paid in full after co-pays. Frames are paid once each 12 months up to $125 retail value. Contact lenses are paid once each 12 months up to $150. The premium rates are on our website.

AIRROSTI

Treatment for musculoskeletal conditions - $25 copay

Life Insurance

The City of Coppell pays 2 times your annual salary to your beneficiary up to a maximum of $400,000. Those employees age 65 and over will receive a reduced benefit. Additional voluntary individual and dependent life insurance is available through Mutual of Omaha.

AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment)

The City of Coppell pays 2 times your annual salary to your beneficiary up to a maximum of $400,000 in addition to your life insurance. Those employees age 65 and over will receive a reduced benefit. Additional voluntary individual and dependent AD&D insurance are available through Mutual of Omaha.

Short-term Disability

The city pays for short-term disability. Coverage begins on the 15th day of absence due to your own covered injury or illness. Earnings are 60% of weekly income up to $2,300 maximum per week.

Long-term Disability

Long-term Disability is equivalent to 60% of your monthly salary up to $10,000 after 90 days of qualifying disability.

Additional Benefits Covered by the City:

Alight - Health Pro Consultant to assist with health care savings and resolution

1800MD - 24/7 Telemedicine for those on our medical plan

TMRS (Texas Municipal Retirement System)

TMRS is your retirement program. Employees contribute 7% of gross earnings each paycheck. The Citys match is 2 to 1 upon retirement. TMRS members are vested with 5 years of service. Employees are eligible to retire with 20 years of service or at age 60 with 5 years of service.

Holidays

The City of Coppell has 10 ½ paid holidays per year: New Years Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving (2 ½ days), Christmas (2 days) and one personal day.

Vacation

Vacation leave accrues at the end of the first full pay period and may not be used until successful completion of the initial probationary period. During the 1st year of employment, 10 days of vacation are accrued (5 days for 24 hour shift). After the 1st year, the accrual is earned at the rate of 15 days per year (7.5 days for 24 hour shift). The accrual rate increases with years of service up to 24 days annually (12 days for 24 hour shift).

Sick Leave

Sick leave begins accruing during the first full pay period of employment at the rate of 12 days annually (6 days for 24 hour shift). The maximum cumulative accrual is 1040 hours (1560 hours for 24 hour shift).

Longevity

The City of Coppell pays $6 per month for accumulated months of service in a lump sum annually in November.

Compensation Incentive

The City of Coppell gives employees $150 per month to apply first towards their dependent medical premium if applicable, or invest in our ICMA 457 plan.

Deferred Compensation Plan

ICMA provides tax-deferred supplemental 457 retirement plans

Flex Spending Section 125

Employees may participate in the Flexible Benefit Plan, which corresponds to Section 125 of the IRS Code. The plan allows employees to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for out of pocket medical, dental, vision and related health care expenses. Employees may also elect to contribute to a dependent care reimbursement account through voluntary pre-tax payroll deductions.

100% Direct Deposit

It takes two pay periods for complete processing.

Wellness Health Center

Free to City of Coppell employees and dependents on our medical plan for health coaching and acute care.

The CORE

Free individual and family membership for employees.

Coppell Library

All employees and their families have free access to our Library.

Employee Assistance Program

The City of Coppell pays for confidential counseling on life and family issues.

Cariloop

Online healthcare coaches to guide through challenges as a caregiver.

Bereavement Leave

The City of Coppell provides up to 24 hours (36 hours for 24 hour shift) paid leave in the event of a death(s) for current spouse, child, parent, brother, sister, stepparent, stepchild, grandparent or grandchild of an employee or employees current spouse.

Civil Leave

Employees receive paid leave for jury duty and other approved civil leave.

Military Leave

Full pay for up to 15 work days per fiscal year and one time partial pay for up to 180 days if eligible.

Workers Compensation

Anytime an employee is injured on the job during the scope of City business, the employee is covered by workers compensation insurance.

Tuition Reimbursement

Once initial probationary period is complete, the City provides proportional tuition only reimbursement from an approved college for job related courses within a degree plan with requirements.

Other Optional Benefits:

AFLAC

Legal Shield

InfoArmor

Long-Term Care

01

Which statement best describes your qualifications?

• I have a bachelors degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a closely related field.
• I have an equivalent combination of education, professional training, certifications, and progressively responsible procurement experience.
• I do not meet either of the qualifications above.

02

Which statement best describes your professional procurement experience?

• I have led the full procurement lifecycle, including developing solicitations, evaluating responses, negotiating, awarding contracts, and administering contracts.
• I have managed multiple components of the procurement process but not the entire lifecycle.
• I have supported procurement activities under the direction of another procurement professional.
• I have limited or no professional procurement experience.

03

In which environments have you administered procurement activities? (Select all that apply)

• Municipal government
• County government
• State government
• Federal government
• Public education
• Special district or utility
• Private sector with formal procurement regulations
• None of the above

04

Which of the following responsibilities have you personally performed? (Select all that apply)

• Administered competitive procurement processes (e.g., RFPs, IFBs, RFQs, or similar solicitations)
• Developed solicitation documents, scopes of work, specifications, contracts, or other procurement-related documentation
• Interpreted and applied procurement policies, regulations, statutes, or contractual requirements
• Evaluated bids or proposals and prepared award recommendations
• Managed contract administration and post-award contract performance
• Developed and maintained vendor relationships, including vendor communications, negotiations, and performance management
• None of the above

05

Approximately how many formal competitive solicitations (RFPs, IFBs, RFQs, etc.) have you personally managed from development through contract award?

• None
• 1-5
• 6-15
• 16-30
• 30+

Required Question

Employer Coppell, City of (TX)

Address 255 Parkway Blvd

Coppell, Texas, 75019

Phone 972-304-3699

Website http://coppelltx.gov